River City Church
Discussion Guide

Travel Light | Part 2

Tyler Minton
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December 15, 2024

Main Idea

The main idea of Pastor Tyler's message was to inspire us to adopt an Eternal Mindset, which prioritizes our eternal destination over earthly concerns. He challenged us to consider what we need to let go of in order to prepare ourselves and others for what matters forever. Pastor Tyler stressed the significance of our relationships with God, the development of our character, and the bonds we share with fellow believers as the lasting treasures we carry into eternity.

Scripture References

1 Chronicles 29:15, Colossians 3:1-3, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, John 14:1-4, Revelation 21:1,3-4, Matthew 6:19-21, 1 Timothy 6:18-19, Matthew 8:11, Philippians 3:20, Romans 10:13-15, Acts 9:28, Acts 14:3, Acts 4:31, Acts 4:16, Acts 4:17-20, Psalm 107:2, Mark 5:15-20, Luke 14:21b-24, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20

1. How does the concept of an Eternal Mindset change the way you live your daily life?

Where we are headed should determine what or who we bring with us on the journey.

2. What fears have held you back from sharing your faith with others?

Discussion Questions:

3. In what ways can we develop our character to store up treasures in heaven?

4. How can we support each other in our church community to be bold in sharing the Good News?

5. Share a personal experience where you witnessed the impact of sharing Jesus with someone.

We cannot stop telling about everything we have seen and heard in our experiences with Jesus.

Summary

In 'Travel Light: Part 2,' Pastor Tyler Minton encouraged us to let go of the fears that prevent us from sharing Jesus with others. He emphasized the importance of an Eternal Mindset over a Here & Now Mindset, drawing from 1 Chronicles 29:15 and Colossians 3:1-3. He reminded us that our time on earth is transient and that we should focus on what matters for eternity. Pastor Tyler highlighted three things we take into eternity: our relationship with God, our character, and our relationships with other believers. He urged us to let go of the fear of offending others when sharing the Good News and to speak boldly about our faith.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Reflect on what earthly fears you need to let go of to focus more on eternal values.

Take a bold step to share your faith and invite someone to church this week.

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